The Committee on Roads and Transportation has begun consideration of the 2025 budget estimates for the Ministry of Transport and its agencies, following a detailed presentation by the Ministry. During the session, the Ministry outlined its funding plans, provided updates on ongoing projects, and shared projections for the 2026 fiscal year. Officials also highlighted key challenges, including unfunded critical projects and delays in salary payments for workers of the Ghana Railway Company. Committee Chairman, Hon. Mensah Adjei, commended the Ministry and its agencies for the comprehensive report and urged them to maintain regular engagements with the Committee to ensure effective...
Police Arrest Suspect in Obuasi Funeral Shooting
The Ashanti South Regional Police Command has arrested a 30-year-old man for allegedly shooting and injuring a traditional ruler of Adansi Dompoase during a funeral in Obuasi, Ashanti Region. The suspect, identified as Nana Yaw Dankwa, was taken into custody on Saturday, November 29, 2025, after police officers on duty heard a gunshot and quickly intervened to disarm and arrest him. During the operation, police retrieved an unregistered single-barrel gun loaded with ammunition from the suspect. The injured traditional leader has since received medical treatment and been discharged. Meanwhile, police say the suspect remains in custody and will be arraigned...
Black Queens Meet Ghanaian Community in Southampton Ahead of England Friendly
The Black Queens connected with the Ghanaian community in Southampton as part of their build-up to Tuesday’s international friendly against England’s Lionesses. The engagement offered the team an opportunity to interact with fans, share experiences, and strengthen ties with Ghanaians living abroad. Supporters turned out to welcome the squad, expressing pride in the national women’s team and their upcoming fixture against one of the world’s top sides. The visit formed part of the Black Queens’ broader preparations for the high-profile match, which is expected to test their progress and showcase Ghanaian women’s football on the global stage.
Health Minister Reveals Zipline Deliveries Include Condoms, Mosquito Nets and School Supplies
Minister of Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has raised concerns over the operations of Zipline, the drone delivery company contracted to supply medical and other essential items across Ghana. Speaking at the Government Accountability Series on Monday, December 1, 2025, the Minister disclosed that while government has invested heavily in Zipline’s services, a review of its activities shows limited focus on its core mandate of reaching remote areas and providing emergency support. “Apart from saying this on the floor of the house, government of Ghana has paid a lot of money to the zip line. Apart from that, their services was...
Government to Begin Construction of Three Regional Hospitals in 2026
Minister of Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has announced that government will commence the construction of three new regional hospitals next year as part of efforts to expand healthcare infrastructure across the country. Speaking at the Government Accountability Series on Monday, December 1, 2025, the Minister noted that six of Ghana’s 16 regions have gone without regional hospitals for the past seven years, despite a presidential pledge to address the gap. “His Excellency promised the good people of this country that he was going to construct six regional hospitals in regions where there are none. Fortunately enough, in the 2026 budget,...
Government to Raise Health Insurance Tariffs by 120% in 2026
Minister of Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has announced a major adjustment to the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) tariffs, pledging an average increase of 120 percent for service providers beginning next year. Speaking at the Government Accountability Series on Monday, December 1, 2025, the Minister explained that the decision responds to longstanding concerns from health service providers who have described the current tariffs as inadequate and unrealistic. “And beginning next year, we are going to increase the tariffs in the national health insurance to the service providers. Because it is something that the service providers have been complaining about, that...
Former Kade MP Switches Allegiance to Back Bawumia
In a development that highlights shifting loyalties within the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Ofosu Asamoah, former Member of Parliament for Kade, has formally broken ranks with Kwabena Agyepong’s camp to pledge his full support for former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia. The announcement, made during a campaign event in the Eastern Region, marked Mr. Asamoah’s first public appearance alongside the Bawumia team since the start of the party’s internal race. His endorsement is expected to strengthen Dr. Bawumia’s efforts to consolidate backing across key constituencies as the NPP prepares for its crucial presidential primaries on January 31, 2026. Mr. Asamoah,...
World AIDS Day: Over 334,000 Ghanaians Living With HIV, New Data Shows
Ghana has commemorated World AIDS Day 2025 against the backdrop of troubling statistics revealing that more than 334,700 citizens are currently living with HIV. Data from 2024 recorded over 15,200 new infections and 12,600 AIDS-related deaths, underscoring the persistent public health challenge the epidemic poses nationwide. In a statement issued on Monday, December 1, government described the occasion as a moment for reflection, solidarity, and renewed determination to achieve an AIDS-free Ghana. The global theme for this year, “Overcoming disruption, transforming the AIDS response”, highlights the importance of building resilient health systems capable of sustaining services during crises. Ghana’s national...
Petitions Against EC Boss and Special Prosecutor Sent to Chief Justice
Minister of State for Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, has confirmed that petitions calling for the removal of the Electoral Commission (EC) Chairperson, her two deputies, and the Special Prosecutor have been formally received and forwarded to the Chief Justice for further consideration. Speaking on Joy Midday News, Kwakye Ofosu stated: “Every process that needed to be done has been undertaken. The process for doing so is quite clear. At this stage, the process has left the hands of the president beyond conveying the petitions to the Chief Justice. There’s little else that the president does in this particular instance....
Minority Slams Tamale High Court Over Kpandai Election Ruling
The Minority in Parliament has accused the Tamale High Court of stalling the appeal process in the Kpandai election dispute after presiding judge, Justice Emmanuel Bart Plange Brew, failed to issue the written judgment that overturned the constituency’s 2024 parliamentary results. Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin noted that the judge had pledged in open court to deliver the detailed ruling on Friday, November 28, 2025 — a deadline that passed without explanation. The Minority voiced its concerns in a statement released on Monday, December 1, 2025. The caucus insists the written judgment is essential for Mathew Nyindam, who was declared winner...